America deserves better

Americans have debated the philosophical principles that should govern our country since the days of our founding fathers. Regardless of the political currents that can dictate and promote divisions within our society, a few principles have always served as the foundation for our country - freedom, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

Today, we find these basic principles under assault by a government that believes it, not the individual, knows what is best for us and our family. Furthermore, it now appears that certain aspects of our government seek to discredit, oppress, and even harm those individuals or entities that attempt to oppose the current government agenda.

The recent headlines of alleged coercion, targeting of individuals and groups that oppose the president and his policies, and intentional withholding of facts and information by members of our government should alarm all Americans. Furthermore, the cover-ups, disregard for accountability and incompetence by our government leaders should cause us even more concern regardless if you are a Republican, Democrat or Independent.

These actions collectively should cause Americans to desire a change in the role and direction of our government, not to mention some of our leaders we elected, and to whom we gave the privilege and trust to protect and defend the very freedoms and liberties that have served as the foundation of our country for more than 200 years.

While nobody knows where these events will take our country in the days ahead, or who will ultimately be held accountable for their role in these scandals, several truths exist: